Tappie Tower – Tyrebagger Hill Viewing Tower loop from Tyrebagger Hill Stone Circle

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Tappie Tower – Tyrebagger Hill Viewing Tower loop from Tyrebagger Hill Stone Circle

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Tappie Tower – Tyrebagger Hill Viewing Tower loop from Tyrebagger Hill Stone Circle

01:47

6.43km

110m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.81 km

Tappie Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

Tappie Tower sits at the top of Tyrebagger hill. A popular woodland with locals and dog walkers, there are many routes through these peaceful woods. From the top of the …

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3.83 km

On the summit of Tyrebagger Hill is a cyclindrical stone viewing tower with a spiral stairway. It was built as a folly in the nineteenth century by a Dr William Henderson to mark the highest point of his landholdings.

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6.43 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.05 km

169 m

156 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.15 km

1.52 km

710 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

Tuesday 13 October

16°C

7°C

17 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 35.0 km/h

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Comments

December 17, 2023,Kirkhill loop

Our first time back walking at Kirkhill forest since storm Arwen. The forest walks are now open for visitors. You still get a forest experience as nit the whole forest was affected by the storms. The biggest change is in the car park, which is a lot more open now. Lovely loop through the forest and great views from Tappie …